OBIT from MyrtleBeachOnline.com and published in The Sun News on September 20, 2012
James Edward Ardis age 76, died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Agape Senior.
Born in Summerton, SC, in August of 1936, he was a son of the late Irvin Edward and Louise Evelyn Ardis. A resident of Myrtle beach since 1940, he was a graduate of Myrtle Beach High School, Class of 1954. A decorated US Army Veteran, he served as a helicopter pilot and test pilot in North Africa, Korea, Dominican Republic, Alaska, Vietnam, and other locations. Ed was the recipient of 23 air medals and twice the Bronze Star Medal for heroism. He loved the Army and flying. Following his military service, he and his family then operated Ardis Realty, Ardis Construction and Sidra Construction in Surfside beach until his retirement in 1998. He was also past president of South Strand Board of Realtors.
Survivors include his wife and best friend of 57 years, Ghneitta Jenerette Ardis of Surfside Beach; a son, James E. Ardis, Jr. of Surfside Beach; a daughter, Geneice A. Walsh of Murrells Inlet: his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Phillip, and Kristina Spangler' great grandchildren, Julian and Emma Spangler from whom he takes with him their love, memories, and a legacy to be remembered. His brother, Glenn Ardis of Virginia Beach also survives. A son, Charles Edward Ardis (54673332) predeceased him.
The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2012, at the funeral home. Funeral service held at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel. Burial followed at Ocean Woods Cemetery with full military honors.
An online guestbook is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com/obituaries. Memorial contributions may be made to 1039 44th Ave N., Suite 201 Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577.
CW3 James E. Ardis
Surfside Beach South Carolina
Flight Class 65-9W
Ft. Wolters Texas
U.S. Army
https://www.vhpa.org/DAT/datA/G02787.HTM
James Edward Ardis age 76, died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Agape Senior.
Born in Summerton, SC, in August of 1936, he was a son of the late Irvin Edward and Louise Evelyn Ardis. A resident of Myrtle beach since 1940, he was a graduate of Myrtle Beach High School, Class of 1954. A decorated US Army Veteran, he served as a helicopter pilot and test pilot in North Africa, Korea, Dominican Republic, Alaska, Vietnam, and other locations. Ed was the recipient of 23 air medals and twice the Bronze Star Medal for heroism. He loved the Army and flying. Following his military service, he and his family then operated Ardis Realty, Ardis Construction and Sidra Construction in Surfside beach until his retirement in 1998. He was also past president of South Strand Board of Realtors.
Survivors include his wife and best friend of 57 years, Ghneitta Jenerette Ardis of Surfside Beach; a son, James E. Ardis, Jr. of Surfside Beach; a daughter, Geneice A. Walsh of Murrells Inlet: his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Phillip, and Kristina Spangler' great grandchildren, Julian and Emma Spangler from whom he takes with him their love, memories, and a legacy to be remembered. His brother, Glenn Ardis of Virginia Beach also survives. A son, Charles Edward Ardis (54673332) predeceased him.
The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2012, at the funeral home. Funeral service held at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel. Burial followed at Ocean Woods Cemetery with full military honors.
An online guestbook is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com/obituaries. Memorial contributions may be made to 1039 44th Ave N., Suite 201 Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577.
CW3 James E. Ardis
Surfside Beach South Carolina
Flight Class 65-9W
Ft. Wolters Texas
U.S. Army
https://www.vhpa.org/DAT/datA/G02787.HTM
OBIT from MyrtleBeachOnline.com and published in The Sun News on September 20, 2012
James Edward Ardis age 76, died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Agape Senior.
Born in Summerton, SC, in August of 1936, he was a son of the late Irvin Edward and Louise Evelyn Ardis. A resident of Myrtle beach since 1940, he was a graduate of Myrtle Beach High School, Class of 1954. A decorated US Army Veteran, he served as a helicopter pilot and test pilot in North Africa, Korea, Dominican Republic, Alaska, Vietnam, and other locations. Ed was the recipient of 23 air medals and twice the Bronze Star Medal for heroism. He loved the Army and flying. Following his military service, he and his family then operated Ardis Realty, Ardis Construction and Sidra Construction in Surfside beach until his retirement in 1998. He was also past president of South Strand Board of Realtors.
Survivors include his wife and best friend of 57 years, Ghneitta Jenerette Ardis of Surfside Beach; a son, James E. Ardis, Jr. of Surfside Beach; a daughter, Geneice A. Walsh of Murrells Inlet: his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Phillip, and Kristina Spangler' great grandchildren, Julian and Emma Spangler from whom he takes with him their love, memories, and a legacy to be remembered. His brother, Glenn Ardis of Virginia Beach also survives. A son, Charles Edward Ardis (54673332) predeceased him.
The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2012, at the funeral home. Funeral service held at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel. Burial followed at Ocean Woods Cemetery with full military honors.
An online guestbook is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com/obituaries. Memorial contributions may be made to 1039 44th Ave N., Suite 201 Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577.
CW3 James E. Ardis
Surfside Beach South Carolina
Flight Class 65-9W
Ft. Wolters Texas
U.S. Army
https://www.vhpa.org/DAT/datA/G02787.HTM
James Edward Ardis age 76, died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Agape Senior.
Born in Summerton, SC, in August of 1936, he was a son of the late Irvin Edward and Louise Evelyn Ardis. A resident of Myrtle beach since 1940, he was a graduate of Myrtle Beach High School, Class of 1954. A decorated US Army Veteran, he served as a helicopter pilot and test pilot in North Africa, Korea, Dominican Republic, Alaska, Vietnam, and other locations. Ed was the recipient of 23 air medals and twice the Bronze Star Medal for heroism. He loved the Army and flying. Following his military service, he and his family then operated Ardis Realty, Ardis Construction and Sidra Construction in Surfside beach until his retirement in 1998. He was also past president of South Strand Board of Realtors.
Survivors include his wife and best friend of 57 years, Ghneitta Jenerette Ardis of Surfside Beach; a son, James E. Ardis, Jr. of Surfside Beach; a daughter, Geneice A. Walsh of Murrells Inlet: his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Phillip, and Kristina Spangler' great grandchildren, Julian and Emma Spangler from whom he takes with him their love, memories, and a legacy to be remembered. His brother, Glenn Ardis of Virginia Beach also survives. A son, Charles Edward Ardis (54673332) predeceased him.
The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2012, at the funeral home. Funeral service held at 1 p.m., Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel. Burial followed at Ocean Woods Cemetery with full military honors.
An online guestbook is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com/obituaries. Memorial contributions may be made to 1039 44th Ave N., Suite 201 Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577.
CW3 James E. Ardis
Surfside Beach South Carolina
Flight Class 65-9W
Ft. Wolters Texas
U.S. Army
https://www.vhpa.org/DAT/datA/G02787.HTM
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